Kforce Inc
Staff Electrical Engineer (High Voltage)
Kforce Inc, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Staff Electrical Engineer (High Voltage)
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This range is provided by Kforce Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $70.00/hr - $90.00/hr
Responsibilities
Lead the engineering and design of AC high‑voltage systems for industrial substations ranging from 69kV to 345kV, including integration with upstream transmission and downstream MV distribution
Assess and improve existing substation designs to strengthen reliability, operability, and overall grid stability
Develop comprehensive design packages including single‑line diagrams, physical layouts, grounding designs, protection & control schemes, and relay coordination
Execute grid simulations and stability analyses using tools such as PSSE, PSLF, PSCAD, EMTP, and ASPEN OneLiner
Conduct short‑circuit, load flow, arc flash, and fault studies to validate system performance and compliance
Create relay settings using SEL AcSELerator or equivalent platforms
Act as Electrical Engineer of Record (EOR) for assigned projects
Lead NEC, NESC, IEEE, and NFPA code compliance reviews and provide guidance to multidisciplinary teams
Collaborate with civil and structural engineers to optimize substation layouts, foundations, and site development
Interface with utilities, ISO/RTOs, and regulatory bodies to support interconnection, permitting, and compliance
Support the construction and commissioning teams through field engineering, troubleshooting, and test oversight
Review vendor packages, RFIs, and shop drawings for accuracy and alignment with project requirements
Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program
Active or reciprocity‑eligible Professional Engineer (PE) license (must obtain Nevada [and preferably South Carolina] PE within 2 months of starting)
10+ years of high‑voltage electrical engineering experience, ideally within EPC or heavy industrial environments
Demonstrated experience with transmission‑level design, protection engineering, and full lifecycle project execution
Advanced Skill With
PSSE, PSLF (load flow & stability)
PSCAD, EMTP (electromagnetic transient simulation)
ASPEN OneLiner (fault & relay coordination)
ETAP or SKM (power system modeling)
SEL AcSELerator (relay settings)
AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office
Preferred Experience
HVDC system and converter station design
Strong knowledge of protection systems, SCADA architectures, and substation automation
Field experience supporting construction, testing, and commissioning of high‑voltage systems
Highly proactive, detail‑driven, and comfortable working in fast‑paced industrial or EPC environments
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Contract
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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This range is provided by Kforce Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $70.00/hr - $90.00/hr
Responsibilities
Lead the engineering and design of AC high‑voltage systems for industrial substations ranging from 69kV to 345kV, including integration with upstream transmission and downstream MV distribution
Assess and improve existing substation designs to strengthen reliability, operability, and overall grid stability
Develop comprehensive design packages including single‑line diagrams, physical layouts, grounding designs, protection & control schemes, and relay coordination
Execute grid simulations and stability analyses using tools such as PSSE, PSLF, PSCAD, EMTP, and ASPEN OneLiner
Conduct short‑circuit, load flow, arc flash, and fault studies to validate system performance and compliance
Create relay settings using SEL AcSELerator or equivalent platforms
Act as Electrical Engineer of Record (EOR) for assigned projects
Lead NEC, NESC, IEEE, and NFPA code compliance reviews and provide guidance to multidisciplinary teams
Collaborate with civil and structural engineers to optimize substation layouts, foundations, and site development
Interface with utilities, ISO/RTOs, and regulatory bodies to support interconnection, permitting, and compliance
Support the construction and commissioning teams through field engineering, troubleshooting, and test oversight
Review vendor packages, RFIs, and shop drawings for accuracy and alignment with project requirements
Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program
Active or reciprocity‑eligible Professional Engineer (PE) license (must obtain Nevada [and preferably South Carolina] PE within 2 months of starting)
10+ years of high‑voltage electrical engineering experience, ideally within EPC or heavy industrial environments
Demonstrated experience with transmission‑level design, protection engineering, and full lifecycle project execution
Advanced Skill With
PSSE, PSLF (load flow & stability)
PSCAD, EMTP (electromagnetic transient simulation)
ASPEN OneLiner (fault & relay coordination)
ETAP or SKM (power system modeling)
SEL AcSELerator (relay settings)
AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office
Preferred Experience
HVDC system and converter station design
Strong knowledge of protection systems, SCADA architectures, and substation automation
Field experience supporting construction, testing, and commissioning of high‑voltage systems
Highly proactive, detail‑driven, and comfortable working in fast‑paced industrial or EPC environments
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Contract
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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